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The Yakima Viper Bike Rack's ergonomic skewer can be adjusted and tightened down with one hand, so you can hold your bike in place with your other hand. That means you never need to ask a friend to help you load up or try to magically levitate your bike through the power of telekinesis.
DECENT FEATURES of the Yakima Viper Bike Mount
- Compatible SKS-lockable skewer makes loading your fast and easy and keeps your bike safe and sound (SKS Lock Core sold separately)
- All-new skewer design allows one-handed adjustment
- Simple tool-free installation and removal of the bike mount from your car roof rack
- Streamlined tray compatible with most disc brakes
- Fits car rack systems with round and square crossbars
- Doesn't touch the painted surfaces of your bike and makes for a great bike mount for your carbon rig
The SPECS
- Weight: 5.4 lbs
- Dimension: 47" long x 7 3/4" wide at skewer, 2 3/4" wide at wheel tray
- Capacity: 1 bike
Review Count:18 Avg Rating:0.0 Yakima Car Racks
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"A solid mount for the money." 09/30/08
I picked one of these up to make space in my car for things other than my bike. I am tall and therefore have a big bike (21"), and the viper accommodates even this large frame size just fine. My bike also has disc brakes and like the product description says this mount will work with most one and two caliper brakes. The quick release with locking core housing is nice for traveling so I don't have to worry about losing my bike while feasting on long road trips. The through-pin design clamps down nice and tight making for worry free high speed travel. Thus far i haven't noticed that pin and lock really gets blown around too much when the bike isn't clamped in.
"Worth the money if you have a bike." 01/17/08
I have two of these on my car currently, and they are fantastic. They are sturdy enough to hold road or mountain bikes at any speed. I've even used mine on some cross-country trips with no problems at all. Just make sure you spend the extra cash on the locking cores and a couple of wheel forks for your front wheel. You'll be glad you did, especially after a muddy ride.
"Great investment for transporting your bike." 01/03/08
I went with the Viper due to the fact that you can lock the skewer in place with the fork tightened in. This will make it more difficult for criminals to steal your bike. It looks nice and and is very sturdy. Note that you can only lock the skewer when a lock core is installed.
"Viper is well worth the cost." 11/30/07
When you have to bannish your trusted steed to the roof, this is the mount to go with. I have a couple other types of Yakima rack, and I can say without hessitation that the Viper is worth the extra couple bucks in convenience and ease of use.
"Solid, efficient system" 11/13/07
I replaced my Steelhead trays with these when I got my disc brakes on. The construction seems very sturdy, and the adjustment dial on the outside is pretty easy to maneuver with one hand. Nice product. Comparison If you don't have disc brakes and don't plan to get them, the Steelheads are also very nice. You do have to give the skewer a reach-around to tighten it down, but the hold is very solid.
"Decent rack for the price." 10/12/07
This is a good rack for the . The ratcheting plastic strap that secures the rear tire in sometimes a bit difficult to release, but once you learn the right technique, it is really not an issue. I would definately recommend this rack if you bike semi-regularly, but are not willing to throw down a ton of for something 'fancier'
"Great product" 07/04/07
I have an older style copper head mount 5yr and this is far superior. It accomodates disc style brakes and the locking mechanism is much more solid. You have to remove the entire spoke to put the mount on/off the rack which is a bit of a pain, but I think makes it more secure.
"Very easy to use. Looks super cool, even after running into the garage with it." 07/10/06
Excellent Bike Tray! Be wary of low bridges, overhangs, Fast Food Drive throughs, and Garages. When the bike is on top, things will get torn up! But I was able to beat my tray back into shape quite nicely after the Garage incident. Works like a charm.
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